Marco Querci-Curtis
Accessories Editor
New York
NEW EDITION
Recession-starved shopaholics can rejoice at the opening of the Edition store in San Francisco. With chic, limited edition handbags in the supplest Italian leathers and exquisite, semi-precious jewelry, all priced for our belt-tightening times, you can feed the beast without mortgaging the condo.
CAGED
From the Yves Saint Laurent Collection. The caged line is exquisitely crafted with the leather uppers blending seamlessly with the metal heel. Comes in boot, loafer and sandal plus cagey accessories (belt, bag, etc.).
STEPHEN JONES
With collaborations with John Galliano, Dior, and all other major designers in Paris, Stephen Jones has made a name for himself with wacky and whimsical hats. A retrospective of Milliner Jones' work can be seen at the V&A in London until the end of May.
SHOWSTOPPERS
Unleashed upon the streets of San Francisco, this season's shoes bring traffic to a halt. Miu Miu Mary Janes, Fendi slingbacks, Chanel peep-toes, Ferragamo platforms and John Hardy wedges.